06/14/2026
The Importance of Transparency in College Preparation for Students with Disabilities
Introduction
When students with disabilities transition to college, they’ll need self-knowledge in order to register for accommodations, figure out how to study and work effectively, and seek help (when needed). Unfortunately, the research shows that not all students know enough about their disability to do these things. One study revealed the reason some students lacked this knowledge – no one spoke to them directly and meaningfully about it.
https://ldadvisory.com/transition-college-preparation-students-disabilities-self-advocacy/?fbclid=IwdGRjcAScD15leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEebhWUyeqEfSRdDHtyBA6dZ0Ril8uiOywwFSjn38fpjNx90fKHQk_veYbNxII_aem_Q0LyTEypHvilDL9bkrWEdw
Well-meaning adults may prevent students with disabilities from developing the self- knowledge they'll need to self-advocate and self-manage at college. Learn how they do this and what they can do instead.
